Review Wild Ginger - Billings

This place was recommended to me by a local so I had to check it out. The place does do reservations or walk ins. When I said table for one I got stuck on a small table that was really too small to comfortably hold all of my plates, but I'll give them the benefit of the doubt that this wasn't a deliberate slight. At the commendation of the same local I got the edamame side which was far larger than I felt a one person portion of a side (see attached picture). That said, they were delicious. The best I've ever had. Speaking of food, this restaurant does not serve anything from the lunch menu on the weekends. I did not know this, and I was not prepared for A) having to pay more for dinner portions and B) the increase portion size. I settled on the hibachi chicken (see pictures), and here comes my next ding against them. I cannot have shrimp, it isn't kosher, and when I asked the server if I could make a substitution he seemed so wrongfooted you'd think I'd asked him for his phone number. Every other place I've ever been and asked to substitute out something because I cannot eat one of the ingredients the server has always said along the lines of "of course sir, what would you like" or "How about we do ___ instead?". The kind of "yes, and" reaction I was looking for simply wasn't there. On the subject of my main course the salad that came with it did not show up until I asked for it which means someone in the kitchen dropped the ball. It was also abysmally small. I'm not asking for a full entre sized salad, but this was the steepest side salad bowl I've ever seen. It could not have been larger in volume than two cupped hands. It was so small that when I pushed my fork into the salad the lettuce started to overflow out of the bowl. The house dressing was good though. The parking situation is also abysmal. Probably the worst ding against this restaurant. It abuts directly up against a city street so the only parking I found where a handful (less than a half dozen) of parallel parking spots on the street, and those have to be shared with the business next to it. I'm sorry, but if you're going to be a big fancy restaurant and take reservations you need somewhere for your reservees to park. If they do have a parking lot then it wasn't signposted. "Parking around back ->" or something like that. Scores: Bathrooms - 4/5 no complaints Food quality - 5/5 the food I was served was excellent Food Presentation - 4/5 the bowl I got my side salad in was way too small for its contents Seating - 4/5 It would be a 5 because I was seated almost immediately but I was seated at a table far too small for the size of the plates I was given. I was actively having to shuffle my plates around like a slide puzzle. They weren't *that* busy that they couldn't have put me in a bigger table with actual elbow room. Parking - 1/5 I cannot stress how inadequate this level of parking is for the size of the restaurant. There is far more seating than there is space to park vehicles to fill those seats.I ended up parking down the street in the parking lot of a hotel. Overall score: 3.5/5 the food was tasty and the atmosphere was great, but they lose a point for the bad parking and half a point for putting me in a table too small for my plates.

Great Japanese steak house menu. Sushi is amazing! Relaxing ambiance with a live jazz band that isn't so loud to it allow for table talk. Really wish they would get there hibachi gross back up and running. Otherwise a great experience for a date night or for the whole family.

We went out to celebrate my birthday last night at wild ginger, and couldn't be happier with our decision to go. We had Francisco as a server, and he went above and beyond for us last night. He was funny, friendly, very helpful with any questions we had. We had a bit of a mishap with one of our dishes, and he immediately made it right. He was so so great. The food was PHENOMENAL! We had the steamed clams, which I could probably just eat those everyday. So good! We also had the oysters which I also loved. The we all just did different hibachi. The four of us aren't very big drinkers, and my friend is pregnant, but of course it's my birthday, so we wanted a few drinks. Francisco recommended great drinks to all of us, and included my pregnant friend in the fun with tasty nonalcoholic drinks. and whoever made them, did a fantastic job! Then we finished the meal with a surprise birthday dessert of fried ice cream, which was just as great as the rest of the meal. Great job wild ginger, we will 1000% be back. ☺️

I can't recommend this restaurant highly enough! They have been amazing every time I've gone. I have multiple allergies and am a Celiac and strict about the gluten-free diet and they have put my mind at ease, helped me to explore a vast menu, and made me comfortable enough to branch out into meals I normally would avoid to ensure the safety and health of my sensitive tummy. They are wonderful, and the food is sensational!

The food is good and probably deserves a 4.5. We went at happy hour and there were very few people there, but it wasn't until halfway through the meal that our drinks came. Then they have a buy two get one roll free during happy hour and we got 3 nice rolls and 3 simple rolls. When the bill came we were surprised that rather than discounting the cheapest of each category they just discounted the two cheapest rolls. When we asked about there was no show of customer service at all. The food doesn't make up for the service, I would expect less if their prices were less expensive but I probably won't be going back.

Every time I've been here the food is fresh and made well. Service is never bad, but as with everywhere some servers are outstanding and some seem to phone it in. Weekdays are quieter, so plan on that if you're looking for a more personal experience. The noise level ramps up on Friday and Saturday, usually with live music as well. Overall, Wild Ginger gets my recommendation for dine-in sushi

Phenomenal! Excellent culinary art! Delicious, friendly and great atmosphere!

This is mainly about service. I strongly suggest that you get there before 2:30. My family and I came in for the lunch special. Arrived a little before 2:45, got our drinks right away, and then no server seen again until 3:06.... and then get a sorry lunch is over. The food is great but the service is sh$%

I loved the place. The sushi is first class! The atmosphere is the best! Our server was kind of slow and forgetful and maybe a little spacey. It was hard to get her attention. In spite of that, I highly recommend this place.

Service was great! My sushi plate was delicious and unlike some places where it falls apart these did not. I even had a conversation with the chef regarding the food, its freshness, where they ship from and how frequently. The atmosphere was mellow in late afternoon. I often eat here when I visit Billings. It has always been a really reliably good place to eat.

I was very excited to try this restaurant for the first time and left pretty disappointed. It took over an hour for us to get our food because the Hibachi Grill was not working properly and by the time they finally got it fixed and heated up, it was at least an hour. The pasta had no flavor at all and the rice had very little flavor. My husband and I ended up dousing it with soy sauce. The lobster was a little over cooked as was the filet mignon and the vegetables tasted more like a Mexican mix of vegetables because of the extremely strong green pepper taste. I definitely will not be back.

Celebrating my birthday was a great dining experience at Wild Ginger. Dinner party of 8, we were seated promptly, ordered drinks and felt well taken care of by our server and chef. Food was prepared as ordered and very flavorful. Wonderful experience.

Great selection of sushi. Friendly staff/ great atmosphere. Sunday happy hour- purchase two sushi rolls, get one free. My wife enjoyed the miso soup and the amazing roll was well......amazing!! Great deal! Will be going back soon.

Wonderful Hibachi experience for our staff Christmas Party tonight. Wild Ginger staff handled the party of 41 with ease. Chefs were good and entertaining. Food was great ! I'd highly recommend!

We had a delightful experience. Cisco was a good waiter, and all he food was delicious.

Great food and ambience. Best salt water fish tank I've seen in a while. Highly recommended.

I The hibachi chicken is excellent, even better than Benihana. Our chef was very entertaining and the service was great. Highly recommend.

People were very kind and helpful. The place was beautiful and the bathrooms were clean! The food was food was great and so we're the drinks! I loved it!!!

Had reservations at 7. We weren't seated until 745. Staff was unapologetic about our wait. After another 45 minute wait we finally told the server we were leaving. Again, unapologetic. Charged us $25 for a beer, Moscow mule, and three kids drinks. Seriously terrible service.

Excellent service!! Our chef was great and very entertaining!! Steak and shrimp was delicious � I would recommend the Hibachi for large groups

Great time enjoying the Hibachi grill and live band. Delicious fresh vegetables and Seafood. Always enjoy dining here !

We took our 20 year old granddaughter for her first sushi experience. All of the food was great and our waitress, Jess did a fantastic job! We will definitely return!

I had the Thai Basil. It was very good and a huge portion. Food came out quickly. After finishing it took a little long to get the bill.

Great food, drinks and atmosphere, although service can be hit or miss. Some servers are outstanding - others act as if you are a waste of their time. Provide a bit more staff training and this would be a 5-star rating.

The food is delicious, and the staff was friendly. I personally live the Hibachi grill performers.